"This is a great place to see and be seen (if you are 80 or more years old). The vibe is “Dinner with Grandparents” plus 100 of their friends. I for one love my grandparents dearly, so this was awesome. The food was good and hardy, but the “place” is the real reason to go. The art is unforgettable. They have a 60ft long mural that shows the 4 seasons of Springfield, superb! I love old people, really old people, and I love this place."

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"Chitchat with Helen and Blanch while you anxiously wait in line for some home-style cafeteria goodness. The wait is long around lunch and dinner (10:30 and 4:30) but the festive holiday-of-the-season decorations will keep you amused. Once you step in front, tray in hand, a world of Jell-O mold and ambrosia salad greet you. Save room though because this place has some sweet fried chicken and mashed potatoes. Peps rave about the chicken fried steak but personally the grayish meat slathered in white gravy is less than appealing (is it chicken or is it steak?) Great pies, cobblers and cake but the custard is always my choice (perfectly burnt on top). If you don’t hold an AARP card you’ll feel like a schoolgirl."

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